As one of the city's oldest restaurants, Wilensky's Light Lunch is a certified Montreal classic. You can still get the famous Wilensky Special (beef bologna and salami with mustard on a pressed roll) for under $6. Add a soda and you're golden.
This tiny Fairmount takeout window serves only one thing: soft, handmade gnocchi in homemade tomato sauce. It comes in a paper container for $5 flat (cheese and chilli flakes are extra), and locals swear by it for a quick, comforting lunch.
There's often a line at Drogheria Fine, but don't let that stop you. It moves fast, and regulars will tell you it's worth it every time.
Is there anything better than getting well-deserved treat after a gruelling Costco haul? Apparently not, as more than a few of our readers raved about the chain store's food court.
Two hot dogs and two drinks? Or pizza, fries, and soda — all for under $10. Sure, you'll need a membership, but the value's hard to beat. It's probably the only place left where you'll feel like $10 is too much money.
This LaSalle grocery has a hot food counter offering a full rice or noodle dish with your choice of meat for just $9.15, tax included, and the portions are huge.
It's not the cheapest bakery in town, but one reader pointed out that you can still get a small sandwich and side salad combo for around $9. That's ideal if you're seeking a quick weekday lunch that doesn't feel like fast food.
Seafood on a budget? Maestro SVP on the Main often offers $1 oysters, along with $7 cocktails. It's not a full meal unless you double up with something, but definitely an affordable snack.
This Rosemont gem serves handmade Polish pierogies at a great price. You can mix and match flavours, and some readers recommended the soups too, especially on cold or rainy days.
Say what you will, but IKEA's restaurant still delivers serious value. Meatballs and mash, salmon wraps, hot dogs — all cheap, and actually not bad. Plus if you're an IKEA Family member, Thursday lunch is half price. Yes, really.
As one experienced Facebook user pointed out, two generously sized onigiri rice balls (with fillings like tuna, salmon, or chicken) will run you just under $10 here, making it a tasty and portable lunch option.
Address: Multiple locations in Montreal
Pizza Velat
While dollar slices are hard to come by these days, this NDG pizza spot delivers the goods without making a dent in your wallet. You can also get a 10-inch sub for less than 10 bucks.
Yes, even Basha made the list. With over a dozen locations sprinkled across the city, you can get a small shawarma plate or pita sandwich for just under $10. The same can't be said for some of their competitors...
Pro tip: Some locations still offer student specials or combo deals if you ask.
While it's no longer operating at its former downtown location near Concordia, Nilufar's reputation as one of Montreal's best cheap eats lives on. The beloved Middle Eastern spot was known for its under-$10 falafel wraps, hearty lentil soups, and friendly service. These days, Nilufar runs as a catering service and occasionally pops up at local events. So, if you spot it, it's worth grabbing a bite.
You can also call or visit their website to make an order.
A small grocery and café with a loyal following in the Village, Le Fullsun serves up rice bowls and sandwiches at super reasonable prices. Some of their Vietnamese-inspired dishes just squeak in under the $10 mark, especially if you skip the extras.
Address: 1423 Rue Montcalm, Montreal, QC
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14 satisfying meals you can still get in Montreal for less than $10, according to locals
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-soup-paired-with-a-sandwich-right-a-container-full-of-gnocchi-and-red-sauce.jpg?id=60209051&width=1200&height=800&coordinates=96%2C0%2C96%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>You probably don't need us to tell you that $10 doesn't go very far these days, especially in a <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/montreal-foodies" target="_blank">foodie city like Montreal</a>, where even a latte and muffin can blow past that budget.</p><p>But it turns out there are still a few places where a ten-dollar bill can buy you a satisfying meal. But you have to know where to look.</p><p>With that in mind, we recently <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MTLBlog/posts/pfbid02CijbSM9PRsbk4BNQd1qRERWG4PywV1HVoaEzF9e6EhngppqQsvkhQQTqtJ7GTgr5l" target="_blank">asked MTL Blog readers on Facebook</a> to share their favourite <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/cheap-food-montreal" target="_blank">cheap eats in Montreal</a>, and the responses did not disappoint. While some joked that you'd need a time machine or a microwave at home, others offered up tried-and-true options from across the island that include generous pasta portions and iconic deli sandwiches.</p><p>Here are 14 local meal hacks under $10, straight from Montrealers who've done the delicious research.</p><h3>Wilensky's</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIzZzYpMwKf/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>As one of the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/oldest-montreal-restaurants-still-open" target="_blank">city's oldest restaurants</a>, Wilensky's Light Lunch is a certified Montreal classic. You can still get the famous Wilensky Special (beef bologna and salami with mustard on a pressed roll) for under $6. Add a soda and you're golden.</p><p>Address: 34 Ave. Fairmount O, Montreal, QC</p><h3>Drogheria Fine</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C-bPr6AxudE/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>This tiny Fairmount takeout window serves only one thing: soft, handmade gnocchi in homemade tomato sauce. It comes in a paper container for $5 flat (cheese and chilli flakes are extra), and locals swear by it for a quick, comforting lunch.</p><p>There's often a line at <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/drogheria-fine" target="_blank">Drogheria Fine</a>, but don't let that stop you. It moves fast, and regulars will tell you it's worth it every time.</p><p>Address: 68 Ave. Fairmount O, Montreal, QC</p><h3>Costco</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DI6hFg_PBv2/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Is there anything better than getting well-deserved treat after a gruelling <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/costco-canada" target="_blank">Costco</a> haul? Apparently not, as more than a few of our readers raved about the chain store's food court. </p><p>Two hot dogs and two drinks? Or pizza, fries, and soda — all for under $10. Sure, you'll need a membership, but the value's hard to beat. It's probably the only place left where you'll feel like $10 is too much money.</p><p>Address: Multiple store locations in Montreal</p><h3>Marché Ocean Plus</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CD1TkYijX2j/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>It's not the cheapest bakery in town, but one reader pointed out that you can still get a small sandwich and side salad combo for around $9. That's ideal if you're seeking a quick weekday lunch that doesn't feel like fast food.</p><p>Address: Multiple locations in Montreal</p><h3>Maestro SVP</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DD2loacREHk/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Seafood on a budget? Maestro SVP on the Main often offers $1 oysters, along with $7 cocktails. It's not a full meal unless you double up with something, but definitely an affordable snack.</p><p>Address: 3615 Boul. St-Laurent, Montreal, QC</p><h3>Tête de Pierogi</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DBwdY5bxACx/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>This Rosemont gem serves handmade Polish pierogies at a great price. You can mix and match flavours, and some readers recommended the soups too, especially on cold or rainy days.</p><p>Address: 3814 Rue Masson, Montreal, QC</p><h3>Ikea</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIjw1AHzVtF/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Say what you will, but IKEA's restaurant still delivers serious value. Meatballs and mash, salmon wraps, hot dogs — all cheap, and actually not bad. Plus if you're an IKEA Family member, Thursday lunch is half price. Yes, really.</p><p>Address: 9191 Boul. Cavendish, Saint-Laurent, QC</p><h3>Onigiri Shop</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHeeNOpB0A7/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>As one experienced Facebook user pointed out, two generously sized onigiri rice balls (with fillings like tuna, salmon, or chicken) will run you just under $10 here, making it a tasty and portable lunch option.</p><p>Address: Multiple locations in Montreal</p><h3>Pizza Velat</h3><br/><div class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="3ee04c18919d88c7e9e41a0dd7105a22"><div class="fb-post" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/426968594001453/photos/pb.100066785732540.-2207520000/426968754001437/?type=3"></div></div><p>While dollar slices are hard to come by these days, this NDG pizza spot delivers the goods without making a dent in your wallet. You can also get a 10-inch sub for less than 10 bucks. </p><p>Address: 6509 Ave. Somerled, Montreal, QC</p><h3>Basha</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/DHOZ5e0x3EM/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>Yes, even Basha made the list. With over a dozen locations sprinkled across the city, you can get a small shawarma plate or pita sandwich for just under $10. The same can't be said for some of their competitors...</p><p>Pro tip: Some locations still offer student specials or combo deals if you ask.</p><p><strong></strong>Address: <em>Various locations across Montreal</em></p><h3>Nilufar</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/CPV1YJVDZ0-/" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>While it's <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/montreal/a-montreal-restaurant-says-their-landlord-didnt-tell-them-their-space-was-put-up-for-rent" target="_blank">no longer operating at its former downtown location</a> near Concordia, Nilufar's reputation as one of Montreal's best cheap eats lives on. The beloved Middle Eastern spot was known for its under-$10 falafel wraps, hearty lentil soups, and friendly service. These days, Nilufar runs as a catering service and occasionally pops up at local events. So, if you spot it, it's worth grabbing a bite.</p><p>You can also call or visit their <a href="https://nilufarmtl.com/" target="_blank">website</a> to make an order.</p><p>Address: 5649 Chemin St François, Montreal, QC</p><h3>Le Fullsun</h3><br/><blockquote class="instagram-media" data-instgrm-permalink="https://www.instagram.com/p/C1QDj6IPbkL/?img_index=1" data-instgrm-version="4" style="background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:658px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);">
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</blockquote><script async="" defer="" src="//platform.instagram.com/en_US/embeds.js"></script><p>A small grocery and café with a loyal following in the Village, Le Fullsun serves up rice bowls and sandwiches at super reasonable prices. Some of their Vietnamese-inspired dishes just squeak in under the $10 mark, especially if you skip the extras.</p><p>Address: 1423 Rue Montcalm, Montreal, QC</p>
You probably don’t need us to tell you that $10 doesn’t go very far these days, especially in a foodie city like Montreal, where even a latte and muffin can blow past that budget.
But it turns out there are still a few places where a ten-dollar bill can buy you a satisfying meal. But you have to know where to look.
With that in mind, we recently asked MTL Blog readers on Facebook to share their favourite cheap eats in Montreal, and the responses did not disappoint. While some joked that you’d need a time machine or a microwave at home, others offered up tried-and-true options from across the island that include generous pasta portions and iconic deli sandwiches.
Here are 14 local meal hacks under $10, straight from Montrealers who’ve done the delicious research.
As one of the city’s oldest restaurants, Wilensky’s Light Lunch is a certified Montreal classic. You can still get the famous Wilensky Special (beef bologna and salami with mustard on a pressed roll) for under $6. Add a soda and you’re golden.
This tiny Fairmount takeout window serves only one thing: soft, handmade gnocchi in homemade tomato sauce. It comes in a paper container for $5 flat (cheese and chilli flakes are extra), and locals swear by it for a quick, comforting lunch.
There’s often a line at Drogheria Fine, but don’t let that stop you. It moves fast, and regulars will tell you it’s worth it every time.
Is there anything better than getting well-deserved treat after a gruelling Costco haul? Apparently not, as more than a few of our readers raved about the chain store’s food court.
Two hot dogs and two drinks? Or pizza, fries, and soda — all for under $10. Sure, you’ll need a membership, but the value’s hard to beat. It’s probably the only place left where you’ll feel like $10 is too much money.
This LaSalle grocery has a hot food counter offering a full rice or noodle dish with your choice of meat for just $9.15, tax included, and the portions are huge.
It’s not the cheapest bakery in town, but one reader pointed out that you can still get a small sandwich and side salad combo for around $9. That’s ideal if you’re seeking a quick weekday lunch that doesn’t feel like fast food.
Seafood on a budget? Maestro SVP on the Main often offers $1 oysters, along with $7 cocktails. It’s not a full meal unless you double up with something, but definitely an affordable snack.
This Rosemont gem serves handmade Polish pierogies at a great price. You can mix and match flavours, and some readers recommended the soups too, especially on cold or rainy days.
Say what you will, but IKEA’s restaurant still delivers serious value. Meatballs and mash, salmon wraps, hot dogs — all cheap, and actually not bad. Plus if you’re an IKEA Family member, Thursday lunch is half price. Yes, really.
As one experienced Facebook user pointed out, two generously sized onigiri rice balls (with fillings like tuna, salmon, or chicken) will run you just under $10 here, making it a tasty and portable lunch option.
Address: Multiple locations in Montreal
Pizza Velat
While dollar slices are hard to come by these days, this NDG pizza spot delivers the goods without making a dent in your wallet. You can also get a 10-inch sub for less than 10 bucks.
Yes, even Basha made the list. With over a dozen locations sprinkled across the city, you can get a small shawarma plate or pita sandwich for just under $10. The same can’t be said for some of their competitors…
Pro tip: Some locations still offer student specials or combo deals if you ask.
While it’s no longer operating at its former downtown location near Concordia, Nilufar’s reputation as one of Montreal’s best cheap eats lives on. The beloved Middle Eastern spot was known for its under-$10 falafel wraps, hearty lentil soups, and friendly service. These days, Nilufar runs as a catering service and occasionally pops up at local events. So, if you spot it, it’s worth grabbing a bite.
You can also call or visit their website to make an order.
A small grocery and café with a loyal following in the Village, Le Fullsun serves up rice bowls and sandwiches at super reasonable prices. Some of their Vietnamese-inspired dishes just squeak in under the $10 mark, especially if you skip the extras.
<p><img width="390" height="220" src="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/images-5-5.jpeg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/images-5-5.jpeg 390w, https://www.naijanews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/images-5-5-300x169.jpeg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px" /></p>
<h2>Controversial self-acclaimed relationship expert, Blessing Okoro popularly known as <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/Blessing-CEO/">Blessing CEO,</a> has shared her thoughts on the trending issues of paternity fraud.</h2>
<p>Speaking via social media, Blessing CEO advised men with cheating wives not to have DNA tests on their children to avoid heartbreak.</p>
<p>She insisted that children are God's gift and men do not have to be biological fathers before accepting the child.</p>
<p>According to her, "<em>There’s nothing to be ashamed of, own up, children are a gift from God. You do not have to be a biological father, you don’t have to birth a child to call somebody your child.</em></p>
<p><em>“You have known this child for twelve years and I think you can sit down and work these things out together with your wife.”</em></p>
<h2>My Ex-husband Showed Me Shege, So I Had To Repackage Myself – Blessing CEO</h2>
<p>Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/03/05/my-ex-husband-showed-me-shege-so-i-had-to-repackage-myself-blessing-ceo/">Blessing CEO</a> has opened up on her experience when she was married to her ex-husband.</p>
<p>According to her, she got married at the tender age of 18, but walked out of the union at 21 because her estranged husband was abusive.</p>
<p>Okoro stated that after her bitter marriage experience, she repackaged herself, stressing that her ex-husband won’t be able to recognise her anymore.</p>
<p>Speaking in the latest episode of her TV show, ‘Moments With Blessing CEO,’ she said, <em>“I married at the age of 18, I divorced at the age of 21. Na man show me shege so I had to repackage myself and change my name from Blessing Nkiruka to Blessing CEO.</em></p>
<p><em>“If my ex-husband sees me now, he won’t be able to recognise me. Because that woman he married before is not the woman he is seeing now.”</em></p>
<p>She said marriage is difficult, stressing that it is better to walk away than to endure bad marriage</p>
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<p>The post <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/2024/03/16/you-dont-have-to-father-a-child-before-accepting-it-as-yours-blessing-ceo-advises-men-amidst-dna-concerns/">You Don’t Have To Father A Child Before Accepting It As Yours – Blessing CEO Advises Men Amidst DNA Concerns</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.naijanews.com">Naija News</a>.</p>
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